Patricia Trish"" Fernandez

FERNANDEZ- Patricia "Trish" Fernandez, 65, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away on February 25, 2009. "The kindest, sweetest person you'd ever meet" and a friend and educator to so many, Trish was born on May 28, 1943 to Edward and Mary (Chambers) Otten of Milledgeville, IL. She graduated from Clovis High School in 1961 and earned her B.A. in English from the University of New Mexico in 1966. Mrs. Fernandez, also known as Ms. Robison, taught English and Speech at Belen High School until her retirement in 2004. She was well liked by both her peers and students and inspired many students to achieve their greatest potential. Her greatest joy was spending time with her six much loved grandchildren. She loved to celebrate events and special occasions, such as the Oscars and other occasions by hosting parties. Mrs. Fernandez was an excellent cook and loved to entertain. In her spare time, she mastered the art of knitting and shared her creations with her family and friends. Her sister recalls Trish's love of swimming beginning at a young age at the Y.M.C.A. Trish is preceded in death by her parents and her step-mother, Sara. She is survived by her husband, Roger Fernandez, of the family home in Albuquerque; her sons, Sam Robison, and his wife, Claudia, of Albuquerque, NM, George Robison and his wife, Christine, of Detroit, MI; stepchildren, Robin Fernandez and her partner, James Baca, and Elliott Fernandez, both of Albuquerque; her adored grandchildren, Savannah, Sammy, Sofia, Mia, James, Julian, and another who is on her way; her sister, Pam Burden and her husband, Ron, of Cottonwood, AZ; dear friends, Effie Murphy and Sara Maley; and numerous cousins and other friends who will miss her very much. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Unitarian Church, 3701 Carlisle Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 (505) 243-5222